BratBusters Parenting Podcast

Lisa Bunnage

Welcome to the BratBusters Parenting Podcast! Lisa Bunnage, Parenting Coach and Founder of BratBusters Parenting, is joined by her daughter who handles the marketing and planning at BratBusters Parenting, Amy Bunnage. The show dives into a variety of parenting topics and Lisa answers your parenting questions. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. Have a parenting question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured? Visit https://bratbusters.com/podcast-questions/ 

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Master the Mom Look (Use With Caution)

    #168 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on mastering the mom look. She covers how she would go about using this and how it fits within her approach to calm leadership parenting.  Lastly, Lisa addresses nine listener questions, discussing if you are showing disappointment and using warnings with the "Mom Look," how to handle siblings annoying one another, what to do when parents can’t agree on a parenting style, and responding to a 3-year-old hitting a sibling. She then explores why siblings go between being best friends and enemies, how to manage 4-year-old whining, what to do about a 5-year-old bossing around a younger cousin, strategies for an 8-year-old yelling at a sibling, and a 12-year-old being rude to a hostess’ daughter. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting    Disclaimer:  The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

    28 min
  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Defiance in 3-Year-Olds (A Mistake Parents Make)

    #167 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on defiance from 3-year-olds. She covers how parenting shifts from toddlers to children, the mistakes she believes parents make for this age, passing over more control as children grow, and whether or not some children are naturally more defiant than others.  Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, discussing what to do when a 3-year-old is destructive when playing outside, how to handle defiance and not listening from a 3-year-old, and how to approach the fork in the road. She then explores how to manage a 3-year-old screaming, the process of getting a 3-year-old to share toys, how important routines are for children, what to do when a 3-year-old is pushing boundaries, and how to navigate struggles with daycare drop off with a 3-year-old. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting    Disclaimer:  The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

    35 min
  3. 7 MAY

    Enforcing Rules Without Yelling (Or Nagging)

    #166 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on when children break rules. She covers methods she doesn’t recommend like yelling, repeating yourself as a parent, and using threats and warnings. She also provides her reasoning for having two consequences on the BratBusters Behaviour Board and how she may approach it if calm leadership parenting feels not attainable.  Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, discussing the specific choices for parent’s consequences on the BratBusters Behaviour Board, consequences for children breaking rules constantly should be, how to handle a 5-year-old who will break lots of rules, an alternative to the 24-hour media blackout, and when to resort to a second consequence. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting    Disclaimer:  The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

    33 min
  4. 5 MAY

    How Your Reaction Can Make Loud Tantrums Worse

    #165 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on loud tantrums. She covers loud tantrums when you’re in an environment where you need to be quiet, what age she has found tantrums start and end, her thoughts on discussing tantrums with children, and tantrums over wants compared to needs.  Lastly, Lisa addresses four listener questions, discussing how to respond when a 4-year-old is stomping feet loudly during a tantrum, what to do about toddler tantrums due to sibling jealousy, her approach when a 30-month-old needs to always be doing something, and how to effectively navigate connection after a tantrum. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting    Disclaimer:  The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

    19 min
  5. 28 APR

    Stop Demanding Respect From Your Teenager

    #163 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on parenting teenagers. She covers the difference between respect and fear as a parent, transitioning into the teenage years, her top five tips for parenting teenagers, allowing teens to make mistakes, expecting your children to make less mistakes than you did, the impact of banning things, and approaching attitude,.  Lastly, Lisa addresses four listener questions, discussing the best approach for a 13-year-old stealing, strategies for getting a 15-year-old to open up to you, how to go about navigating the BratBusters Behaviour Board with a teenager and a blended family, and how to effectively connect with a 13-year-old. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting    Disclaimer:  The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

    38 min
  6. 23 APR

    The Real Reason Children Need to Hear No

    #162 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on saying no to children. She covers parents avoiding this word, teaching children about the real world, why she believes children should have control over their lives, whether or not children should see their parents making mistakes, the fear of a tantrum, and being careful with what you say as a parent.  Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, discussing how to manage saying no to 3-year-old twins, the best way to handle toddler tantrums when told no, how to respond when an 18-month-old won’t listen when auntie is over, and what to do when a toddler doesn’t want dad to help. She then explores how to navigate a 2-year-old who hates the shower, how to handle a toddler who claims everything is his, and how to effectively manage a 19-month-old hitting others. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting    Disclaimer:  The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

    25 min
  7. 21 APR

    How to Raise Children With Grit (Without Pushing)

    #161 In this episode, Lisa discusses her approach to raising children with grit. She covers parents trying to make everything easy for their children, how she approached teaching delayed gratification, the importance of learning to fail, praising children, and setting fair boundaries even in toddlerhood.  Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, discussing what to do when a 16-month-old gets loud when they don’t get what they want, the best way to handle yelling and screaming from a 5-year-old, how to respond to a 19-month-old throwing things, and the specific balance of meeting needs and managing wants when a child is sick. She then explores the challenge of remaining a calm leader when co-parenting, what to do when a 6-year-old has to be told to clean up, and how to go about raising a child to not be clingy. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting    Disclaimer:  The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

    22 min

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Welcome to the BratBusters Parenting Podcast! Lisa Bunnage, Parenting Coach and Founder of BratBusters Parenting, is joined by her daughter who handles the marketing and planning at BratBusters Parenting, Amy Bunnage. The show dives into a variety of parenting topics and Lisa answers your parenting questions. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. Have a parenting question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured? Visit https://bratbusters.com/podcast-questions/ 

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